Beginner’s guide to a skincare routine

If splashing your face with water was your idea of cleansing, then sorry to say you’ve been reading the wrong manual. While a skincare routine might scare the daylights of you, there’s probably a little voice in your head that tells you it is absolutely necessary. In all honesty, skincare doesn’t have to be daunting at all and starting from the basics always helps. You don’t need to have five moisturisers, three cleansers, and two toners to nail a proper regime. All it takes is a little bit of product and a whole lot of dedication to take it a long way. Here’s the ultimate guide to what your skincare routine should like if you’re still a beauty rookie.

1. Find the right cleanserFiguring out your skin type is something you can easily do, isn’t it? So do some research and figure out what ingredients are good for your skin. With that being said, also know what won’t work at all. The main purpose of the product is to cleanse – that’s absolutely essential. Remember, less is more, so go for a cleanser that will essentially get the dirt and grime off your face. Don’t get carried away by the other gimmicky terms that may leave you even more confused.

2. ExfoliateNo matter how glowing your skin is, at some point or the other you do need to remove all those dead skin cells, don’t you? Exfoliation is important, but not to over-exfoliate is equally significant. Remember you need to scrub away dead skin cells, and not your skin itself, so don’t assume that by vigorously going at it you’re going to be taking away those wrinkles instantly.

3. MoisturiseYou don’t always need to go extra heavy, retinol and peptide first when it comes to a moisturiser. Once again, keep it light. This works for people with all skin types, especially acne prone skin. That brings us to our next major concern – yes, you need to wear moisturiser even if you’ve got oily skin. A moisturiser that is light in texture, but does the job of nourishing your skin is perfect for any beginner.

4. SunscreenOh no, you don’t get to skip this just because you're ‘barely’ in the sun. This is one step you need to follow religiously, every single day, no negotiation. It is the last step of you oh-so-basic skincare routine because it is absolutely essential. Wearing sunscreen not only protects you from harsh UV rays, but also prevents early signs of ageing. Yes, those wrinkles you tried to exfoliate away wouldn’t have been there if you had worn some sunscreen in the first place.